1972 Ford Granada vs. 1980 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1980 Reliant SE6 is newer by 8 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Granada weights approximately 11 kg more than 1980 Reliant SE6.
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, 1980 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Granada. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Granada | 1980 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Ford | Reliant |
Model | Granada | SE6 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2551 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2650 mm |