1990 Ford Granada vs. 1992 Nissan Pintara

To start off, 1992 Nissan Pintara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Granada 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 39 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Pintara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 180 kg more than 1992 Nissan Pintara. 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, 1992 Nissan Pintara, 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, 1990 Ford Granada (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Pintara. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Pintara.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Ford Granada 1992 Nissan Pintara
Make Ford Nissan
Model Granada Pintara
Year Released 1990 1992
Engine Size 2933 cc 1974 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 233 Nm 168 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1340 kg 1160 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2560 mm


 

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