1975 Ford Granada vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 38 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1975 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Granada weights approximately 64 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Granada | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Granada | Passat |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2803 mm |