1973 Ford Granada vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1973 Ford Granada. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 807 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 Dodge DURANGO (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Granada. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Granada | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Granada | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3042 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 93 L |
