1992 Ford Mustang vs. 1972 Ford Granada
To start off, 1992 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 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 2,551 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Granada (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1992 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Mustang weights approximately 14 kg more than 1972 Ford Granada.
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, 1972 Ford Granada (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Mustang | 1972 Ford Granada | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Mustang | Granada |
Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |