1972 Ford Granada vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 1320 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 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, 2008 Toyota Camry, 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Granada. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Granada | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Granada | Camry |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2551 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
