1978 Ford Granada vs. 1973 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 1978 Ford Granada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Datsun 240Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Datsun 240Z would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Datsun 240Z (151 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Datsun 240Z should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Granada weights approximately 432 kg more than 1973 Datsun 240Z.
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, 1978 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Datsun 240Z. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Datsun 240Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Granada | 1973 Datsun 240Z | |
| Make | Ford | Datsun |
| Model | Granada | 240Z |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2300 mm |
