1972 Ford Granada vs. 1992 Mazda 626
To start off, 1992 Mazda 626 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 2,551 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Granada (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1992 Mazda 626. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1992 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Granada weights approximately 106 kg more than 1992 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 626, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Ford Granada (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mazda 626. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Granada | 1992 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Granada | 626 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2551 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2620 mm |
