1983 Ford Granada vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 1983 Ford Granada is newer by 9 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, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 265 kg more than 1983 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. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Granada | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Granada | Granada |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2800 mm |
