1974 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (141 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 71 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Tiguan 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, 1974 Ford Granada (347 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Granada | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2604 mm |
