2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1972 Ford Granada
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 485 kg more than 1972 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture, 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Granada. (201 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1972 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Venture | Granada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
