1992 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 17 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1992 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 310 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Granada. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Granada | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Granada | C |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |