1974 Ford Granada vs. 1961 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1974 Ford Granada is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Triumph TR4 (100 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 534 kg more than 1961 Triumph TR4.
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 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 1961 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Ford | Triumph |
| Model | Granada | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2240 mm |
