1979 Ford Granada vs. 2000 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2000 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 21 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, 2000 Jeep Wrangler (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 105 kg more than 2000 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 2000 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, 2000 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 (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 2000 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Granada | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2380 mm |
