1974 Ford Granada vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1974 Ford Granada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Granada (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 490 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. 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 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Granada | 1970 Volkswagen 1600 | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Granada | 1600 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2340 mm |