2007 Ford Bantam vs. 1979 Ford Granada
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 28 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 24 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 484 kg more than 2007 Ford Bantam. 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, 2007 Ford Bantam, 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Bantam | 1979 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Bantam | Granada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2800 mm |
