1974 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 35 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 534 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
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, 2009 Ford Mustang (326 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Granada | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
