1992 Ford Granada vs. 2007 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2007 TVR Tuscan is newer by 15 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1992 Ford Granada. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Granada weights approximately 185 kg more than 2007 TVR Tuscan.
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, 2007 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Granada. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Granada | 2007 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Ford | TVR |
Model | Granada | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |