1990 Ford Granada vs. 2007 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Stavic 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 617 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.
Because 2007 SsangYong Stavic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Stavic will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Stavic (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Granada. 2007 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Granada | 2007 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Granada | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
