1974 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 201 kg more than 2010 Seat Leon.
Because 1974 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Granada | 2010 Seat Leon | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Granada | Leon |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |