1974 Ford Granada vs. 1998 Samsung SM5
To start off, 1998 Samsung SM5 is newer by 24 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 19 more horse power than 1998 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1998 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 295 kg more than 1998 Samsung SM5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1974 Ford Granada (347 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 1998 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Ford | Samsung |
| Model | Granada | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
