1974 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Mondeo is newer by 37 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, 2011 Ford Mondeo (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 98 kg more than 2011 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2011 Ford Mondeo, 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, 1974 Ford Granada (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Mondeo. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2011 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Granada | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1437 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |
