1990 Ford Granada vs. 1988 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1990 Ford Granada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 230 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Samurai. 1990 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 1988 Suzuki Samurai has manual transmission. 1988 Suzuki Samurai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Granada | 1988 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Granada | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
