1984 Ford Granada vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1984 Ford Granada is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,662 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Peugeot 504 (136 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Granada weights approximately 30 kg more than 1974 Peugeot 504.
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 Peugeot 504 (207 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Granada | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Granada | 504 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2560 mm |