1992 Ford Granada vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Korando is newer by 10 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1992 Ford Granada. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 581 kg more than 1992 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Granada. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Granada | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Granada | Korando |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
