1979 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 10 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 2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Granada | Forester |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
