1992 Ford Granada vs. 1949 MG TD
To start off, 1992 Ford Granada is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 MG TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 MG TD would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Granada (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1949 MG TD. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1949 MG TD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Granada weights approximately 444 kg more than 1949 MG TD. 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, 1992 Ford Granada (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 MG TD. (87 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 MG TD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Granada | 1949 MG TD | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Granada | TD |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2390 mm |
