1974 Ford Granada vs. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 30 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 980 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.
Because 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Granada | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2890 mm |
