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 (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 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 85 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 5 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 | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4534 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2578 mm |