1999 Eagle Talon vs. 1992 Ford Granada
To start off, 1999 Eagle Talon is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1992 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Eagle Talon weights approximately 100 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 1992 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 1992 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Eagle Talon, 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, 1999 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Granada. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Eagle Talon | 1992 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Eagle | Ford |
| Model | Talon | Granada |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
