1990 Ford Granada vs. 1972 Morgan 4
To start off, 1990 Ford Granada is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morgan 4 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 7 more horse power than 1972 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1972 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 730 kg more than 1972 Morgan 4. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Granada | 1972 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Granada | 4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |