1974 Ford Granada vs. 2003 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2003 Opel Speedster is newer by 29 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, 2003 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 659 kg more than 2003 Opel Speedster.
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, 1974 Ford Granada (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Granada | 2003 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Granada | Speedster |
Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |