1974 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 1981 Ford Granada

To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (218 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 95 kg more than 1981 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, 1974 Lamborghini Urraco (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 1981 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 1974 Lamborghini Urraco has manual transmission. 1974 Lamborghini Urraco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Lamborghini Urraco 1981 Ford Granada
Make Lamborghini Ford
Model Urraco Granada
Year Released 1974 1981
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 2462 cc 2294 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 218 HP 112 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 177 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1275 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4780 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1170 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2780 mm


 

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