1972 Ford Granada vs. 1992 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1992 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 20 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 349 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, 1992 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Granada. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Granada | 1992 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Granada | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2551 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
