1974 Ford Granada vs. 2000 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 26 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (141 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 97 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.
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, 2000 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (347 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Granada | 2000 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Granada | Falcon |
Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2800 mm |