2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 30 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 256 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 1977 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | Granada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
