1974 Ford Granada vs. 1977 Holden GTS
To start off, 1977 Holden GTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden GTS (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (127 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 103 kg more than 1977 Holden GTS.
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, 1977 Holden GTS (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (298 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Granada | 1977 Holden GTS | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Granada | GTS |
Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |