1974 Ford Granada vs. 1989 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1989 GMC Suburban is newer by 15 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 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada.
Because 1989 GMC Suburban 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, 1989 GMC Suburban 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, 1989 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 1989 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Granada | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3300 mm |
