2008 Ford Ranger vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (127 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 471 kg more than 2008 Ford Ranger.
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 @ 1800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Ranger | Granada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |
