2007 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1990 Ford Granada
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 17 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, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 268 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo, 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Aveo | 1990 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Aveo | Granada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2770 mm |
