1974 Ford Granada vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada.
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 (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 1999 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Granada | E |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2840 mm |
