1974 Ford Granada vs. 1977 Opel Monza
To start off, 1977 Opel Monza 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 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Monza (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 165 kg more than 1977 Opel Monza.
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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Opel Monza. (162 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 1977 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Granada | Monza |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
