1974 Ford Granada vs. 1995 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1995 TVR Griffith 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 475 kg more than 1995 TVR Griffith.
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, 1995 TVR Griffith (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1995 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Granada | 1995 TVR Griffith | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Granada | Griffith |
Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2290 mm |