1989 Ford Granada vs. 2006 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Korando is newer by 17 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Granada (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 600 kg more than 1989 Ford Granada.
Because 2006 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Granada. (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Granada | 2006 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Granada | Korando |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 70 L |