1974 Ford Granada vs. 1997 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 23 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 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Microbus (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 160 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, 1997 Volkswagen Microbus (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Microbus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 1997 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Granada | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |
