2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 34 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (127 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 96 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2008 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (298 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mondeo | Granada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
