1980 Ferrari 208 vs. 1990 Ford Granada
To start off, 1990 Ford Granada is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 208 (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 85 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 208.
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 Granada (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari 208 | 1990 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 208 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2770 mm |
