1972 Ford Granada vs. 1981 Buick Century
To start off, 1981 Buick Century is newer by 9 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 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Granada (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1981 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Century weights approximately 169 kg more than 1972 Ford Granada.
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, 1981 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Granada. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Granada | 1981 Buick Century | |
Make | Ford | Buick |
Model | Granada | Century |
Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2551 cc | 3213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |