2004 Ford Focus vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 30 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Granada (127 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 282 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. 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, 2004 Ford Focus, 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, 1974 Ford Granada (298 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Granada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
