1974 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster 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. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 265 kg more than 2011 Tesla Roadster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Tesla Roadster (400 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm). This means 2011 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Tesla |
| Model | Granada | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2352 mm |
