1974 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 10 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
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 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Granada | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2578 mm |
