1979 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 26 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1010 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 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Granada | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2890 mm |
