1972 Ford Granada vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1979 Toyota Celica 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 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Granada (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Granada weights approximately 81 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Granada. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Granada | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Granada | Celica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2551 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |
