1974 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige is newer by 38 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, 2012 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 591 kg more than 2012 Lotus Exige.
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, 2012 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Granada | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Granada | Exige |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 909 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2299 mm |