1996 Ford Galaxy vs. 1990 Ford Granada
To start off, 1996 Ford Galaxy is newer by 6 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, 1996 Ford Galaxy (174 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 447 kg more than 1990 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Ford Galaxy, 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, 1996 Ford Galaxy (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Galaxy | 1990 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Galaxy | Granada |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1787 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
