1975 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 34 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1975 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Granada weights approximately 275 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (230 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Granada | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Granada | C |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2770 mm |
