1974 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 217 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1974 Ford Granada (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Granada | Polo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |
