1976 Ford Granada vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1976 Ford Granada is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu 117 (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Granada weights approximately 420 kg more than 1968 Isuzu 117.
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, 1976 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu 117. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Granada | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Granada | 117 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |