1979 Ford Granada vs. 1979 Holden GTS
To start off, both 1979 Ford Granada and 1979 Holden GTS were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden GTS weights approximately 310 kg more than 1979 Ford Granada.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 1979 Holden GTS has automatic transmission and 1979 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1979 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Holden GTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 1979 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Granada | GTS |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 158 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
