1975 Ford Granada vs. 1990 Ford Aerostar

To start off, 1990 Ford Aerostar is newer by 15 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 3,973 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Aerostar (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1975 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Granada weights approximately 85 kg more than 1990 Ford Aerostar.

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, 1990 Ford Aerostar (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Granada.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Ford Granada 1990 Ford Aerostar
Make Ford Ford
Model Granada Aerostar
Year Released 1975 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3272 cc 3973 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 74 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 197 Nm 298 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1415 kg
Vehicle Length 5030 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 3030 mm


 

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