1972 Ford Granada vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 41 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1972 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Granada weights approximately 31 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Granada. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Granada | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Ford | Scion |
| Model | Granada | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2551 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
