1990 Ford Granada vs. 1988 TVR S2
To start off, 1990 Ford Granada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 TVR S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 TVR S2 would be higher. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 TVR S2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 TVR S2 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 TVR S2 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 400 kg more than 1988 TVR S2.
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, 1988 TVR S2 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1988 TVR S2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Granada | 1988 TVR S2 | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Granada | S2 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2933 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2290 mm |