1990 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 275 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 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Granada. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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 Orlando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Granada | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Granada | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.1:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
