1978 Ford Granada vs. 1974 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 1978 Ford Granada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda RX-4 would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda RX-4 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda RX-4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Granada weights approximately 390 kg more than 1974 Mazda RX-4.
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, 1978 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Granada | 1974 Mazda RX-4 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Granada | RX-4 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |