1974 Ford Granada vs. 2008 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2008 Opel Vivaro is newer by 34 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, 2008 Opel Vivaro (118 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 133 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 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, 2008 Opel Vivaro, 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (190 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2008 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Granada | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3100 mm |
