1974 Ford Granada vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1982 Volvo 360 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 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volvo 360 (101 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 360 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 400 kg more than 1982 Volvo 360.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volvo 360. (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Granada | 360 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
