1985 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Ford Expedition

To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1985 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1985 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Granada. 2010 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1985 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Ford Granada 2010 Ford Expedition
Make Ford Ford
Model Granada Expedition
Year Released 1985 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1593 cc 5400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 74 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 119 Nm 494 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Vehicle Weight 1235 kg 2655 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 5621 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 2002 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1974 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 3327 mm


 

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