1974 Ford Granada vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada.
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 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Granada | 2009 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Granada | Chairman W |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2970 mm |