1974 Ford Granada vs. 1991 Ginetta G
To start off, 1991 Ginetta G is newer by 17 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ginetta G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ginetta G (197 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ginetta G should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 625 kg more than 1991 Ginetta G.
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, 1991 Ginetta G (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Ginetta G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 1991 Ginetta G | |
| Make | Ford | Ginetta |
| Model | Granada | G |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2240 mm |
