1990 Ford Granada vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 17 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1273 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, 2007 GMC Savana (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Granada | 2007 GMC Savana | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Granada | Savana |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2933 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3940 mm |