2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1992 Ford Granada
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 15 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Granada (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Granada weights approximately 175 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Granada. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 1992 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Granada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
