1975 Ford Granada vs. 1995 Lada Samara
To start off, 1995 Lada Samara is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Granada (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Granada weights approximately 580 kg more than 1995 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lada Samara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Granada | 1995 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Ford | Lada |
| Model | Granada | Samara |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |
