1983 Ford Granada vs. 1991 Volvo 245
To start off, 1991 Volvo 245 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volvo 245 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1983 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, 1991 Volvo 245 (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1991 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Granada | 1991 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Granada | 245 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
