1973 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 38 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1973 Ford Granada. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Granada weights approximately 124 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 1973 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 1973 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Granada. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Granada | 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Granada | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1404 mm |
