1990 Ford Granada vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1990 Ford Granada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 140 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 1990 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Granada | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Granada | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| 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 | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
