1974 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (127 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 477 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.
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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (298 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2009 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Granada | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
