2005 Audi TT vs. 1990 Ford Granada
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 15 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, 2005 Audi TT (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 5 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 2005 Audi TT 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, 2005 Audi TT 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, 2005 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 1990 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | Granada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |
