1974 Ford Granada vs. 2006 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2006 Mazda B2300 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (127 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 Mazda B2300.
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 (298 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2006 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Granada | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2260 cc |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2840 mm |
