1974 Ford Granada vs. 1988 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 405 is newer by 14 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, 1988 Peugeot 405 (89 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 443 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 405.
Because 1974 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 405, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Ford Granada (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 405. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 1988 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Granada | 405 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
