1974 Ford Granada vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (127 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 38 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (298 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Granada | SLK |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4134 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2430 mm |
