1978 Ford Granada vs. 1996 Volvo V70
To start off, 1996 Volvo V70 is newer by 18 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, 1996 Volvo V70 (193 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Granada weights approximately 96 kg more than 1996 Volvo V70.
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, 1996 Volvo V70, 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V70. (275 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Granada | 1996 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Granada | V70 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
