1974 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 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, 2005 Volvo V50 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (127 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 127 kg more than 2005 Volvo V50.
Because 1974 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Granada | V50 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2650 mm |
