1974 Ford Granada vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 240 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.
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, 2004 Rover 75 (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Granada | 75 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
