1979 Ford Granada vs. 2002 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2002 Lancia Phedra is newer by 23 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, 2002 Lancia Phedra (129 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 70 kg more than 1979 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Phedra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Phedra. (194 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 2002 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Granada | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
