1979 Ford Granada vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda 626 (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 280 kg more than 1993 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda 626. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Granada | 626 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2620 mm |
