1978 Ford Granada vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Granada weights approximately 234 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626.
Because 1978 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Granada | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Granada | 626 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
