1974 Ford Granada vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 1974 Ford Granada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 6,553 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (141 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 399 kg more than 1974 Ford Granada. 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (347 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Granada | Gran Torino |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 6553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3000 mm |
