1974 Ford Granada vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 39 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 990 kg more than 1974 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Granada | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Granada | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2946 mm |