1972 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 38 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, 2010 Kia Carens (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carens weights approximately 370 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, 2010 Kia Carens, 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, 2010 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Granada. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Granada | 2010 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Granada | Carens |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2551 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
