1974 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (127 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 178 kg more than 2011 Seat Exeo.
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 Seat Exeo, 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, 2011 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (298 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Granada | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Granada | Exeo |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2642 mm |