1990 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Fabia (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
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, 2007 Skoda Fabia, 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, 2007 Skoda Fabia (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Granada | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Granada | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| 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 | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
