1972 Ford Granada vs. 1970 Holden Torana
To start off, 1972 Ford Granada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Torana would be higher. At 3,034 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Holden Torana (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1972 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Granada weights approximately 235 kg more than 1970 Holden Torana.
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, 1970 Holden Torana (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Granada. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Granada | 1970 Holden Torana | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Granada | Torana |
Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2551 cc | 3034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |