1990 Ford Granada vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 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 Mazda 3 (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 87 kg more than 2013 Mazda 3.
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, 2013 Mazda 3, 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Granada | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Granada | 3 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| 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 | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.1:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1303 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
