2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 32 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 4,800 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 422 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 1974 Ford Granada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Granada |
Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3272 cc |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2800 mm |