1984 Ford Granada vs. 1972 Triumph 1500
To start off, 1984 Ford Granada is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Granada (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Granada weights approximately 270 kg more than 1972 Triumph 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Ford Granada (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Granada | 1972 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Granada | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |
