1982 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Lexus LS
To start off, 2012 Lexus LS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LS weights approximately 948 kg more than 1982 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LS 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, 2012 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 2012 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Granada | LS |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 84 L |
