1974 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Morgan 44
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 is newer by 31 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 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Granada (141 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 635 kg more than 2005 Morgan 44. 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, 1974 Ford Granada (347 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2005 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | Ford | Morgan |
| Model | Granada | 44 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |
