2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1972 Ford Granada
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 33 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 21 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 62 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 1972 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | Granada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1261 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
