1979 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6
To start off, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 28 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, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (270 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6.
Because 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 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, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 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, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Granada | MazdaSpeed6 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
