1990 Ford Granada vs. 1973 Rover 2000
To start off, 1990 Ford Granada is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Rover 2000 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 95 kg more than 1973 Rover 2000.
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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Granada | 1973 Rover 2000 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Granada | 2000 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |