1972 Ford Granada vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Omega
To start off, 1979 Oldsmobile Omega is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,551 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Granada (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Granada weights approximately 131 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Oldsmobile Omega, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Ford Granada (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Granada | 1979 Oldsmobile Omega | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Granada | Omega |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2551 cc | 2474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
