1989 Ford Granada vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Granada 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 51 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1989 Ford Granada.
Because 1989 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (135 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Granada | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Granada | 406 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
