1978 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2007 Jeep Compass is newer by 29 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, 2007 Jeep Compass (180 HP @ 1750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Compass weights approximately 100 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.
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, 2007 Jeep Compass, 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, 2007 Jeep Compass (488 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Granada | 2007 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Granada | Compass |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
