1974 Ford Granada vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 is newer by 11 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 (134 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 20 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230.
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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Granada | 230 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2810 mm |
