2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1975 Ford Granada
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1975 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1037 kg more than 1975 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1975 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Granada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2800 mm |
