1979 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2012 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 33 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, 2012 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 2012 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Granada | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
