1990 Ford Granada vs. 1994 Renault 21
To start off, 1994 Renault 21 is newer by 4 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, 1990 Ford Granada (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 435 kg more than 1994 Renault 21. 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, 1994 Renault 21, 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Granada | 1994 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Granada | 21 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
