1978 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Lexus IS
To start off, 2005 Lexus IS is newer by 27 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, 2005 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus IS weights approximately 6 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, 1978 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Granada | 2005 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Granada | IS |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
