1992 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 19 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1992 Ford Granada. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 1263 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 2011 Land Rover LR4 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, 2011 Land Rover LR4 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, 2011 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Granada. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Granada. 2011 Land Rover LR4 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. 2011 Land Rover LR4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Granada | 2011 Land Rover LR4 | |
| Make | Ford | Land Rover |
| Model | Granada | LR4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 2548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1882 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 86 L |
