1988 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 14 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corsica (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 320 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Corsica.
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, 1988 Chevrolet Corsica, 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 (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Corsica. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Corsica | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corsica | Granada |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
