1986 Ford Granada vs. 1974 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1986 Ford Granada is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Hyundai Pony 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 68 more horse power than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1974 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 475 kg more than 1974 Hyundai Pony. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Hyundai Pony. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Hyundai Pony.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 1974 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Granada | Pony |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
