1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 1972 Ford Granada
To start off, 1989 Avanti Avanti is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1972 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 365 kg more than 1972 Ford Granada. 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, 1989 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Granada. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Granada. 1989 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Avanti Avanti | 1972 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Avanti | Ford |
| Model | Avanti | Granada |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
