1992 Ford Granada vs. 2003 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2003 Maserati Spyder is newer by 11 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 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1992 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 360 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.
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, 2003 Maserati Spyder (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Granada. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Granada | 2003 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Granada | Spyder |
Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4254 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |