1974 Ford Granada vs. 1985 TVR 390
To start off, 1985 TVR 390 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 3,905 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 TVR 390 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 TVR 390 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 TVR 390 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 393 kg more than 1985 TVR 390.
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 TVR 390 (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 TVR 390 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Granada | 1985 TVR 390 | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Granada | 390 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 3905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2390 mm |