1974 Ford Granada vs. 1987 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1987 Lancia Delta is newer by 13 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lancia Delta (182 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (127 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 311 kg more than 1987 Lancia Delta.
Because 1987 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Lancia Delta (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (298 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 1987 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Granada | Delta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
