2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 27 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 985 kg more than 1977 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (216 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1977 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Granada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1417 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |
