1991 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 19 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1991 Ford Granada. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 187 kg more than 1991 Ford Granada. 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, 2010 Mazda 6, 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Granada. (275 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Granada | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Granada | 6 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2789 mm |
