2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1976 Ford Granada
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Granada weights approximately 100 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Granada. (197 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1976 Ford Granada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Granada |
Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 197 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2800 mm |