1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 1986 Ford Granada is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 180 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Dodge Aspen | 1986 Ford Granada | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Aspen | Granada |
Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2770 mm |