1981 Ford Granada vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada.
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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 (154 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Granada | 190 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
