1972 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla 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, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Granada weights approximately 6 kg more than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
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 Toyota Corolla, 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Corolla. 2012 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Granada | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Granada | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2551 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
