1972 Ford Granada vs. 1997 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1997 Mercury Mystique is newer by 25 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, 1997 Mercury Mystique (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1972 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Granada weights approximately 19 kg more than 1997 Mercury Mystique.
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, 1997 Mercury Mystique, 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Granada | 1997 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Granada | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2551 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
