2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1990 Ford Granada
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 16 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, 2006 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 375 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1990 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fusion | Granada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
