1972 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 33 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, 2005 Toyota Celica (145 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Granada weights approximately 86 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica.
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, 2005 Toyota Celica, 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Granada | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Granada | Celica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2551 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
