1989 Ford Granada vs. 1999 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 10 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 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1989 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Granada.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Granada. (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Granada | 1999 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Granada | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2610 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
