1977 Chrysler Centura vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Centura is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 419 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Centura.
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, 1974 Ford Granada (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Centura | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Centura | Granada |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |
