1991 Citroen C vs. 1991 Ford Granada
To start off, both 1991 Citroen C and 1991 Ford Granada were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,935 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Granada (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1991 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Granada weights approximately 577 kg more than 1991 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 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 1991 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Citroen C, 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, 1991 Ford Granada (275 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen C | 1991 Ford Granada | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C | Granada |
Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |