1974 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (141 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 145 kg more than 1974 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, 2012 Lexus IS (375 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (347 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Granada | IS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2731 mm |
