1972 Ford Torino vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 622 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Ford Torino (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 1972 Ford Torino has automatic transmission and 1981 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1981 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Torino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Torino | Granada |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2780 mm |
