1999 Buick Century vs. 1973 Ford Granada
To start off, 1999 Buick Century is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Ford Granada. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Century weights approximately 98 kg more than 1973 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Century, 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, 1999 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Granada. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Century | 1973 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Century | Granada |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
