1999 Acura Integra vs. 1990 Ford Granada
To start off, 1999 Acura Integra is newer by 9 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, 1999 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 220 kg more than 1999 Acura Integra.
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, 1999 Acura Integra, 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura Integra. 1999 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Acura Integra | 1990 Ford Granada | |
Make | Acura | Ford |
Model | Integra | Granada |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |