1990 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2007 Subaru Outback 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Outback weights approximately 195 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 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Granada. 2007 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Ford Granada | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Granada | Outback |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.1:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |