1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 1990 Dodge Spirit is newer by 16 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, 1990 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 184 kg more than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
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, 1990 Dodge Spirit, 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, 1990 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Spirit | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Spirit | Granada |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2211 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
