1974 Ford Granada vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (127 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 177 kg more than 1974 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 (298 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Granada | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |
