1982 Ford Granada vs. 1986 Alfa Romeo 90
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 120 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90.
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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 (235 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 | |
| Make | Ford | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Granada | 90 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 49 L |
