1990 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Ford GT
To start off, 2009 Ford GT is newer by 19 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford GT weights approximately 130 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Granada | 2009 Ford GT | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Granada | GT |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 105.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.1:1 | 8.4:1 |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |