1977 Ford Granada vs. 1988 Lexus LS
To start off, 1988 Lexus LS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lexus LS weights approximately 398 kg more than 1977 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, 1988 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 1988 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Granada | LS |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2791 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2820 mm |
