1974 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 36 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 641 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Granada | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
