1990 Ford Granada vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1990 Ford Granada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 170 kg more than 1990 Ford Granada. 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz S (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Granada | 1985 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Granada | S |
Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |