2000 Buick Regal vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 2000 Buick Regal is newer by 26 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Regal weights approximately 25 kg more than 1974 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Buick Regal, 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, 2000 Buick Regal (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick Regal | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Regal | Granada |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2800 mm |
