1974 Ford Granada vs. 2001 Seat Leon
To start off, 2001 Seat Leon 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 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Leon (207 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 150 kg more than 2001 Seat Leon.
Because 2001 Seat Leon 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, 2001 Seat Leon 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, 2001 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2001 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Granada | Leon |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
