1988 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 1988 Chrysler Conquest 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chrysler Conquest (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (127 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 253 kg more than 1988 Chrysler Conquest.
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 Chrysler Conquest, 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, 1988 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (298 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Conquest | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Conquest | Granada |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
