1978 Ford Granada vs. 1949 Hudson Commodore
To start off, 1978 Ford Granada is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Hudson Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Hudson Commodore would be higher. At 4,166 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Hudson Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Hudson Commodore weights approximately 491 kg more than 1978 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.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Granada | 1949 Hudson Commodore | |
Make | Ford | Hudson |
Model | Granada | Commodore |
Year Released | 1978 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1699 cc | 4166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 128 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3160 mm |