1990 Ford Granada vs. 1992 Volvo 480
To start off, 1992 Volvo 480 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 480 (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 352 kg more than 1992 Volvo 480.
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 Volvo 480, 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 (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Granada | 1992 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Granada | 480 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
