1990 Ford Granada vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC90 is newer by 18 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, 2008 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 790 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 2008 Volvo XC90 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, 2008 Volvo XC90 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, 2008 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Granada | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Granada | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.1:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
