2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1976 Ford Granada
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 31 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 885 kg more than 1976 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 1976 Ford Granada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Granada |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2800 mm |