1974 Ford Granada vs. 2002 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2002 GAZ 3111 is newer by 28 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, 2002 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada.
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, 2002 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2002 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | Granada | 3111 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2810 mm |
