2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 35 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 239 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1974 Ford Granada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Avalanche | Granada |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2800 mm |