1974 Ford Granada vs. 1999 Lexus IS
To start off, 1999 Lexus IS is newer by 25 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, 1999 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Lexus IS.
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 (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 1999 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Granada | IS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
