1974 Ford Granada vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 is newer by 8 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 (123 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 85 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Granada | 300 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2800 mm |
