1991 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Granada would be higher. 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 49 more horse power than 2009 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Granada weights approximately 462 kg more than 2009 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda B2300. 1991 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda B2300 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda B2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Granada | 2009 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Granada | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
