1991 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Equus is newer by 20 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Equus (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1991 Ford Granada. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 596 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.
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, 2011 Hyundai Equus (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Granada. (275 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Granada | 2011 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Granada | Equus |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 2018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5159 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3045 mm |
