1989 Ford Granada vs. 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1989 Ford Granada is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Granada (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (39 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Granada weights approximately 55 kg more than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Ford Granada (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (100 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Granada | 1954 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Granada | Ponton |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
