1990 Ford Granada vs. 1996 Mazda Levante
To start off, 1996 Mazda Levante is newer by 6 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, 1996 Mazda Levante (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 130 kg more than 1996 Mazda Levante.
Because 1996 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante will offer significantly more control. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Levante. 1996 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Granada | 1996 Mazda Levante | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Granada | Levante |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2230 mm |