1990 Ford Granada vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, 2000 Rover 45 is newer by 10 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, 2000 Rover 45 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 285 kg more than 2000 Rover 45.
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, 2000 Rover 45, 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 45. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Granada | 2000 Rover 45 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Granada | 45 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |