1972 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 40 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, 1972 Ford Granada (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Jazz weights approximately 782 kg more than 1972 Ford Granada.
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, 2012 Honda Jazz, 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Granada | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Granada | Jazz |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2551 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |