1990 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius 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 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 10 kg more than 2010 Toyota Prius.
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, 2010 Toyota Prius, 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, 1990 Ford Granada (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Granada | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Granada | Prius |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |