1990 Ford Granada vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 23 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 445 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 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (204 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Granada | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Granada | A6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2912 mm |
