1979 Ford Granada vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 80 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Granada | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Granada | 911 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2280 mm |