1999 AC Aceca vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 25 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, 1999 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (141 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 AC Aceca.
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, 1999 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (347 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1974 Ford Granada | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Aceca | Granada |
Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2800 mm |