1992 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara is newer by 18 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1992 Ford Granada. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 520 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.
Because 2010 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Granada. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Granada | 2010 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Granada | Antara |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
