2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1977 Ford Granada
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 32 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 3,270 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 460 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.
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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1977 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Granada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2800 mm |
