1974 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 33 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (331 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Granada | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
