1974 Ford Granada vs. 1993 Rover 100
To start off, 1993 Rover 100 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 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 630 kg more than 1993 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 1993 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Granada | 100 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
