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Ford Granada Turnier (GNU) 2.8 (132 Hp)
Overall Rating
Ford Granada:
The European Ford Granada is an executive car manufactured by Ford Europe from 1972 until 1994.
The first-generation model was produced from 1972 to 1976 at Ford's German factory in Cologne and at its British factory in Dagenham. In 1976, production switched entirely to Germany. The original version was replaced in 1977 by a second-generation model which was produced until 1985. From 1985 to 1994, the Granada name was used, in the United Kingdom and Ireland only, for a third-generation model which was sold in other European markets as the Ford Scorpio and in North America as the Merkur Scorpio....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Turnier (GNU) Overview:
Ford Granada (Turnier (GNU)). A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.8 (132 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Another carbureted 2.8L V6, offering solid, if not thrilling, performance. Good for its size but less responsive than injected models.
Fuel Economy
Similar to the 135hp carbureted V6, fuel consumption was on the higher side, especially compared to smaller engines.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and comfortable interior, especially for long journeys.
- • Wide range of engine options, from economical to powerful V6s.
- • Robust and relatively simple mechanicals, aiding maintenance.
- • Classic rear-wheel-drive handling characteristics.
Cons:
- • Fuel economy of larger V6 engines is poor by modern standards.
- • Safety features are minimal compared to contemporary vehicles.
- • Rust can be a significant issue on older examples.
- • Performance of smaller engines can feel inadequate for the car's size.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(GU: 1979 - 1985).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Granada |
| Generation: | Turnier (GNU) |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.8 (132 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1981 |
| End of production: | 1985 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Engine: | |
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| Power: | 132 Hp |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Size: | |
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| Length: | 4630 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1740 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1380 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2770 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
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