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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 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. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 75 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.
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 (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 2250 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 | 2498 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
