1974 Ford Granada vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1974 Ford Granada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 210 kg more than 1968 Holden Monaro.
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, 1968 Holden Monaro (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Granada | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Granada | Monaro |
Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 3043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |