1975 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 32 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1975 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 245 kg more than 1975 Ford Granada. 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Granada | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Granada | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
