1974 Ford Granada vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 1974 Ford Granada is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 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 79 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 35 kg more than 1961 Land Rover A 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Granada (347 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Granada | A 109 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2780 mm |
