1978 Ford Granada vs. 2005 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2005 TVR Tuscan 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 TVR Tuscan (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Granada weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 TVR Tuscan.
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, 2005 TVR Tuscan (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Granada | 2005 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Granada | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |
