1990 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express

To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 21 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 841 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Granada. 2011 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Ford Granada 2011 Chevrolet Express
Make Ford Chevrolet
Model Granada Express
Year Released 1990 2011
Body Type Sedan Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2498 cc 4300 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 92 HP 195 HP
Engine RPM 4150 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 204 Nm 352 Nm
Torque RPM 2250 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1390 kg 2231 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 5692 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 2012 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 2126 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3429 mm


 

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