1979 Ford Granada vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 375 kg more than 1979 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Granada | S |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 4266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2890 mm |
