1978 Ford Granada vs. 1995 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1995 Holden Statesman is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Statesman (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Statesman weights approximately 110 kg more than 1978 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, 1995 Holden Statesman (396 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Granada | 1995 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Granada | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
