1990 Ford Granada vs. 1998 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 1998 Ford Galaxy is newer by 8 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, 1998 Ford Galaxy (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 289 kg more than 1990 Ford Granada. 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, 1998 Ford Galaxy, 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Galaxy. (172 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Granada | 1998 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Granada | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
