1973 Ford Granada vs. 2013 Audi A5
To start off, 2013 Audi A5 is newer by 40 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, 2013 Audi A5 (208 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1973 Ford Granada. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A5 weights approximately 207 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, 2013 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Granada. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Granada. 1973 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 2013 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2013 Audi A5 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 | 2013 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Granada | A5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4626 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2751 mm |
