2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper 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 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (501 HP) has 360 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (141 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada.
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, 2000 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (347 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Viper | Granada |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 501 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
