1974 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR3 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR3 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, 2009 Land Rover LR3 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, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2009 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Granada | LR3 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
