2001 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 160 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 13 kg more than 1977 Ford Granada.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Camaro | 1977 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | Granada |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3390 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
