1990 Ford Granada vs. 1998 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Baleno 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 Suzuki Baleno (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 355 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Baleno.
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 Suzuki Baleno, 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Baleno. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Granada | 1998 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Granada | Baleno |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
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 | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |