1974 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 14 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Granada | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Granada | Golf |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2578 mm |