1978 Ford Granada vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 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 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac SV 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Granada | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Granada | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3080 mm |
