1974 Ford Granada vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Actyon 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 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 272 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 2011 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Granada | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
