1993 Ford Contour vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 1993 Ford Contour is newer by 19 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, 1993 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (127 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 336 kg more than 1993 Ford Contour.
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, 1993 Ford Contour, 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, 1974 Ford Granada (298 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Contour | 1974 Ford Granada | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Contour | Granada |
Year Released | 1993 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |