1990 Ford Granada vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 135 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 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Granada. 2013 Kia Sportage 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. 2013 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Granada | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Granada | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
