1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 1 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 130 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (319 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Valiant | Granada |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
