1974 Ford Granada vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (127 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 872 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.
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 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (298 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Granada | 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | |
Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Granada | Park Ward |
Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5379 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 499 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3360 mm |