1991 Fiat Tempra vs. 1989 Ford Granada
To start off, 1991 Fiat Tempra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Granada (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Granada weights approximately 235 kg more than 1991 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tempra, 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, 1989 Ford Granada (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Tempra. (111 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Tempra | 1989 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Tempra | Granada |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 116 L |
