1974 Ford Granada vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 27 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 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 41 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Granada | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 5698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
