1974 Ford Granada vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 275 kg more than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
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 Porsche Boxster (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Granada | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Granada | Boxster |
Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |