2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (141 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 345 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (347 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Granada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2800 mm |
