1972 Ford Granada vs. 2002 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 30 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 759 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.
Because 2002 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Granada. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Granada. 2002 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Granada | 2002 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Granada | Discovery |
Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2551 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |