1976 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 36 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 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Granada weights approximately 210 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1976 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Granada | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Granada | Golf |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2578 mm |