1990 Ford Granada vs. 1992 Mazda 323
To start off, 1992 Mazda 323 is newer by 2 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, 1992 Mazda 323 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 160 kg more than 1992 Mazda 323.
Because 1992 Mazda 323 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, 1992 Mazda 323 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, 1992 Mazda 323 (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Granada | 1992 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Granada | 323 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.1:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
