1978 Ford Granada vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 28 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, 2006 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Granada weights approximately 189 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus.
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, 2006 Ford Focus, 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, 2006 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Granada | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Granada | Focus |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |