2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 28 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 2,110 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
Because 1977 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Kalos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Ford Granada (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Kalos | 1977 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Kalos | Granada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 2110 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
