1972 Ford Granada vs. 1985 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 604 is newer by 13 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 604 (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1972 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 159 kg more than 1972 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Granada. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Granada | 1985 Peugeot 604 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Granada | 604 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2551 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |