2004 Ford Ranger vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 2004 Ford Ranger 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, 2004 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (127 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Ranger weights approximately 64 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.
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, 1974 Ford Granada (298 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Ranger. (251 Nm). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Ranger | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | Granada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1642 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2800 mm |
