1992 Ford Granada vs. 2008 Pontiac G8
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G8 is newer by 16 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac G8 (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1992 Ford Granada. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac G8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac G8 weights approximately 67 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, 2008 Pontiac G8 (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Granada. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac G8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Granada | 2008 Pontiac G8 | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Granada | G8 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
