1982 Ford Granada vs. 1971 Holden Torana
To start off, 1982 Ford Granada is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Torana (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 420 kg more than 1971 Holden Torana.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1971 Holden Torana (163 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 1971 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Granada | Torana |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |
