1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1973 Ford Granada
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Ford Granada. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 328 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 Chevrolet Trans Sport, 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 Chevrolet Trans Sport (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Granada. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1973 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Trans Sport | Granada |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2780 mm |
