1990 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 112 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest.
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, 2009 Nissan Quest, 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, 2009 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest 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 Quest | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Granada | Quest |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2933 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3160 mm |