1974 Ford Granada vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 607 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 Peugeot 607 (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (141 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 205 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 607.
Because 1974 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 607. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Granada | 607 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
