1990 Ford Granada vs. 1970 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1990 Ford Granada is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 430 kg more than 1970 Ford GT 40.
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) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Granada | 1970 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Granada | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |
