1978 Ford Granada vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Granada weights approximately 22 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Granada | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Granada | Ranger |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3010 mm |