1990 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 52 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 2009 Nissan Murano 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, 2009 Nissan Murano 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Granada | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Granada | Murano |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.1:1 | 16.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |