1977 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 35 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 556 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, 2012 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Granada | LS |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2791 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 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 | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 84 L |
