1974 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, both 1974 Chevrolet Nova and 1974 Ford Granada were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,299 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Nova (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 35 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Chevrolet Nova (272 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Nova | 1974 Ford Granada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Nova | Granada |
Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4299 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |