1975 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice 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 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1975 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Granada.
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 Pontiac Solstice (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Granada | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Granada | Solstice |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2420 mm |