1981 Ford Capri vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 1981 Ford Capri is newer by 7 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 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Granada (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 515 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri. 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, 1974 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Capri | 1974 Ford Granada | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Capri | Granada |
Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2800 mm |