2001 Audi A6 vs. 1990 Ford Granada
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 11 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, 2001 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 285 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 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Audi A6 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1990 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 21.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
