1990 Ford Granada vs. 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1990 Ford Granada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 (122 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 290 kg more than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190.
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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Granada | 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Granada | 190 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
| 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 | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.1:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
