2007 Dodge Magnum vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 2007 Dodge Magnum 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Magnum (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (141 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 137 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, 2007 Dodge Magnum (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (347 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Magnum | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Magnum | Granada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2800 mm |
