1974 Ford Granada vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 32 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (141 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 467 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.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (347 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Granada | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
