2007 Lexus LS vs. 1983 Ford Granada
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (381 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1983 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, 2007 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus LS | 1983 Ford Granada | |
Make | Lexus | Ford |
Model | LS | Granada |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4608 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2780 mm |