1989 Ford Granada vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 15 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1989 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 740 kg more than 1989 Ford Granada. 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Granada. (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Granada. 2004 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Granada | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Granada | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2880 mm |
