1992 Ford Sierra vs. 1990 Ford Granada
To start off, 1992 Ford Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 330 kg more than 1992 Ford Sierra. 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, 1990 Ford Granada (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra. 1990 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Sierra | 1990 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Sierra | Granada |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
