1972 Ford Granada vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1972 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 347 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 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Granada. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Granada | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Granada | Forester |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2551 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
