1974 Ford Granada vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari 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 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 420 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 2008 Tata Safari 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, 2008 Tata Safari 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, 1974 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Granada | Safari |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
