1992 Ford Granada vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1992 Ford Granada is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Granada (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Granada weights approximately 75 kg more than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. 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 (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Granada | 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Granada | Ponton |
Year Released | 1992 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |