1992 Ford Escort vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 18 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 380 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Ford Granada (245 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Granada |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
