1975 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1975 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 179 kg more than 1975 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Hyundai ix35 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix35 will offer significantly more control. 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 Hyundai ix35 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Granada | 2012 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Granada | ix35 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
