1976 Ford Granada vs. 1994 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1994 Holden Statesman is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Holden Statesman (242 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Holden Statesman weights approximately 115 kg more than 1976 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, 1994 Holden Statesman (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Granada | 1994 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Granada | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
