1992 Ford Granada vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,584 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1992 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Granada weights approximately 168 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen W12.
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, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Granada. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Granada | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Granada | W12 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |