1972 Ford Granada vs. 1991 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1991 Ford Falcon is newer by 19 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Falcon (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1972 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Falcon weights approximately 185 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, 1991 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Granada. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Granada | 1991 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Granada | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2551 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2800 mm |
