1973 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 34 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1973 Ford Granada. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 638 kg more than 1973 Ford Granada. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Granada. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Granada | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Granada | Viano |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
