1990 Ford Granada vs. 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 160 kg more than 1990 Ford Granada.
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 Pontiac Trans Sport, 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, 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Granada | 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Granada | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2933 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |