1974 Ford Granada vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 305 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
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, 1974 Ford Granada (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Ford | Scion |
| Model | Granada | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
