1990 Ford Granada vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1990 Ford Granada is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Granada (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 10 kg more than 1956 Rover P4. 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, 1990 Ford Granada (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (138 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Granada | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Granada | P4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
