1991 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Granada (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 890 kg more than 1991 Ford Granada.
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 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Granada. (275 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Granada | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Granada | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2935 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5906 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2446 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3665 mm |