1989 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 520 kg more than 1989 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis, 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 Mitsubishi Grandis (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Granada. (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Granada | 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Granada | Grandis |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 65 L |
