1978 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 33 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, 2011 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 68 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, 2011 Mazda 5, 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, 1978 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Granada | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Granada | 5 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1568 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2751 mm |
