1972 Ford Granada vs. 2008 Lexus IS
To start off, 2008 Lexus IS is newer by 36 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, 2008 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1972 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus IS weights approximately 244 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, 1972 Ford Granada (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Granada | 2008 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Granada | IS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2551 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
