1974 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2010 Lotus Elise 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Elise (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (127 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Elise weights approximately 303 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 Lotus Elise (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (298 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Granada | 2010 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Granada | Elise |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2941 mm |