1990 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Volvo C70
To start off, 2007 Volvo C70 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 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C70 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C70 weights approximately 321 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 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 Volvo C70, 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 Volvo C70 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Granada | 2007 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Granada | C70 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
