1990 Ford Granada vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 12 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 75 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (260 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Granada | 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Granada | C |
Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.1:1 | 8.7:1 |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |