2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 33 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 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (127 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette 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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (298 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 1974 Ford Granada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Granada |
Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 505 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2800 mm |