1978 Ford Granada vs. 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon
To start off, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon (130 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Granada weights approximately 268 kg more than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon, 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, 1978 Ford Granada (284 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (183 Nm). This means 1978 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Granada | 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Granada | Sport Wagon |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
