👉 Ford Granada (Europe)
The European Ford Granada is an executive car manufactured by Ford Europe from 1972 until 1994. Here are some key points about this iconic vehicle:
➡️Origins and Generations:
- The first-generation model was produced from 1972 to 1976 at Ford’s German factory in Cologne and at its British factory in Dagenham.
- In 1976, production switched entirely to Germany.
- The original version replaced the British Ford Zephyr and the German P7-series as Ford’s European executive car offering.
- It completed the integration of Ford’s British and German model ranges.
➡️Features and Mechanical Details:
- Lower models in the range were initially called the Ford Consul.
- Mechanically, the British Granada used the Ford Essex V4 unit in 2.0 L displacement and the Essex V6 engine in 2.5 and 3.0 L capacities.
- German models employed a Ford Taunus V4 engine in 1.7 L displacement or the 3.0L Essex V6.
- The Granada became popular for taxi, fleet, and police use.
➡️Legacy and Successors:
- The Granada’s legacy lives on through its impact on the automotive landscape.
- It paved the way for Ford’s future executive cars, including the Ford Scorpio.
👉Ford Granada (North America)
The North American version of the Ford Granada was marketed over two generations (1975–1982). Here are the details:
➡️Background and Development:
- Originally intended to replace the Ford Maverick, the Granada’s design work predated the 1973 fuel crisis.
- Ford benchmarked the Mercedes-Benz 280 (W114) for styling and dimensions.
- The Granada was redeveloped to become an additional compact model line, expanding Ford’s sales potential of fuel-efficient automobiles.
➡️First Generation (1975–1980):
- The compact Granada was positioned between the Maverick and the Torino.
- It shared its chassis and drivetrains with the Maverick.
- The Granada enjoyed a seven-year run in the U.S., appealing to buyers seeking comfort and convenience features.
➡️Second Generation (1981–1982):
- The second-generation Granada was marketed as a mid-size sedan alongside the Fairmont and LTD.
- For the 1983 model year, it underwent a mid-cycle revision and took on the Ford LTD nameplate.
- Ultimately, the Granada was replaced by the Ford Taurus after the 1986 model year.
In total, over two million examples of the Ford Granada were produced for the U.S. market, leaving a lasting impact on automotive history. 🌟
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