1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 1987 Dodge Daytona is newer by 13 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 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge Daytona (172 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (141 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 395 kg more than 1987 Dodge Daytona.
Because 1974 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (347 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Dodge Daytona. (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Daytona | Granada |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2800 mm |
