2000 Chrysler Concorde vs. 1975 Ford Granada
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Concorde is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Concorde (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1975 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 75 kg more than 1975 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Concorde, 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 Chrysler Concorde (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Concorde | 1975 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Concorde | Granada |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2800 mm |
