1974 Ford Granada vs. 1995 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1995 Venturi Cabriolet 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 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 205 kg more than 1995 Venturi Cabriolet.
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 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Granada | 1995 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Ford | Venturi |
Model | Granada | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |