1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 15 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, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (141 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 305 kg more than 1974 Ford Granada. 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, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (347 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Virage | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | Virage | Granada |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
