1973 Ford Granada vs. 2004 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2004 TVR Cerbera is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1973 Ford Granada. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Granada weights approximately 392 kg more than 2004 TVR Cerbera.
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, 2004 TVR Cerbera (448 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Granada. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Granada. 1973 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 2004 TVR Cerbera has manual transmission. 2004 TVR Cerbera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Granada | 2004 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Ford | TVR |
| Model | Granada | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
