1995 Ford Escort vs. 1990 Ford Granada
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 5 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 300 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort.
Because 1990 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Escort | 1990 Ford Granada | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Escort | Granada |
Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |