1989 Ford Granada vs. 1961 NSU Prinz IV
To start off, 1989 Ford Granada is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 NSU Prinz IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 NSU Prinz IV 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 95 more horse power than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Granada weights approximately 700 kg more than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. (44 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 NSU Prinz IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Granada | 1961 NSU Prinz IV | |
| Make | Ford | NSU |
| Model | Granada | Prinz IV |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 37 L |
