1974 Ford Granada vs. 1995 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1995 SsangYong Musso is newer by 21 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 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Granada (141 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1995 SsangYong Musso. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1995 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 140 kg more than 1974 Ford Granada.
Because 1995 SsangYong Musso 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, 1995 SsangYong Musso 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, 1974 Ford Granada (347 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 SsangYong Musso. (192 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 1995 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Granada | Musso |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
