2006 Ford Mustang vs. 1979 Ford Granada
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 27 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 195 kg more than 1979 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Granada. (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mustang | 1979 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Granada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
