1978 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2012 Lancia Voyager is newer by 34 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, 2012 Lancia Voyager (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 610 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, 2012 Lancia Voyager, 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, 2012 Lancia Voyager (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Granada | 2012 Lancia Voyager | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Granada | Voyager |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2777 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3078 mm |