1974 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan 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 14 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 229 kg more than 1974 Ford Granada.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (298 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Granada | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1807 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2850 mm |
