1974 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R 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 Mercedes-Benz R (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (127 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 732 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.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (298 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2010 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Granada | R |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3216 mm |
