1977 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 30 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 3,270 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus IS (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 265 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, 2007 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 2007 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Granada | IS |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3270 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2740 mm |
