1979 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 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 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 16 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Granada. (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Granada | V50 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4184 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2650 mm |
