1974 Ford Granada vs. 1993 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1993 Porsche Boxster 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche Boxster (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 135 kg more than 1993 Porsche Boxster.
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 Porsche Boxster (308 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 1993 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Granada | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
