1990 Ford Granada vs. 1970 Volvo 145
To start off, 1990 Ford Granada is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volvo 145 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volvo 145 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 100 kg more than 1970 Volvo 145.
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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Granada | 1970 Volvo 145 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Granada | 145 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |