1979 Ford Granada vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1979 Ford Granada is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Granada (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 236 kg more than 1951 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ford Granada (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Granada | Renown |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4184 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
