1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1972 Ford Granada
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 24 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (200 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1972 Ford Granada. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 239 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Granada. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1972 Ford Granada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | Granada |
Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 125 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |