1979 Ford Granada vs. 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 64 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 Pontiac Grand Prix, 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Granada | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1564 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3110 mm |
