1974 Ford Granada vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 19 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 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 110 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200.
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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Granada | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Granada | 200 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |