1992 Ford Sierra vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 1992 Ford Sierra 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Granada (127 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 488 kg more than 1992 Ford Sierra. 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, 1974 Ford Granada (298 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Sierra | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Sierra | Granada |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
