1992 Ford Granada vs. 2004 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 12 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. Both 1992 Ford Granada and 2004 Daewoo Magnus are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Granada (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Magnus. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 35 kg more than 1992 Ford Granada.
Because 1992 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Magnus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Daewoo Magnus (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Granada. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Granada. 2004 Daewoo Magnus has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Daewoo Magnus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Granada | 2004 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Ford | Daewoo |
| Model | Granada | Magnus |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
