1974 Ford Granada vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1974 Ford Granada is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Granada (141 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Renown. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 335 kg more than 1952 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Ford Granada (347 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Granada | Renown |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
