1979 Ford Granada vs. 1995 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 1995 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 16 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 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Granada (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1995 Jeep Wrangler. (105 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1995 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 200 kg more than 1995 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Ford Granada (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Jeep Wrangler. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 1995 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Granada | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4184 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2380 mm |
