1989 Ford RS 200 vs. 1979 Ford Granada
To start off, 1989 Ford RS 200 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 338 kg more than 1989 Ford RS 200.
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 RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Granada. (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford RS 200 | 1979 Ford Granada | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | RS 200 | Granada |
Year Released | 1989 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 4184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |