1990 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 20 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 571 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 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Granada | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Granada | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 8.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.1:1 | 16:01 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |