2002 Ford Focus vs. 1979 Ford Granada
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Granada (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 356 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Ford Granada (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 1979 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Granada |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
