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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 TVR Griffith (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 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 440 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 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 | 3272 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 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 |