1974 Ford Granada vs. 1973 Opel Manta
To start off, 1974 Ford Granada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Manta 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 15 more horse power than 1973 Opel Manta. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Manta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 570 kg more than 1973 Opel Manta. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Manta. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 1973 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Granada | Manta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2440 mm |
