1974 Ford Granada vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Granada (127 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 288 kg more than 1974 Ford Granada.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso 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, 1974 Ford Granada (298 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Granada | Musso |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
