1973 Ford Granada vs. 1970 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1973 Ford Granada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Granada (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Granada weights approximately 342 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 411. 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, 1973 Ford Granada (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Granada | 1970 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Granada | 411 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
