1972 Ford Granada vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,551 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1972 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Granada weights approximately 76 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Granada. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Granada | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Granada | 200 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2551 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
