1986 Ford Granada vs. 1973 Porsche 914
To start off, 1986 Ford Granada is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 380 kg more than 1973 Porsche 914. 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, 1986 Ford Granada (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 914. (137 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 1973 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Granada | 914 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
