1986 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, both 1986 Chrysler New Yorker and 1986 Ford Granada were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,394 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chrysler New Yorker (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (128 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 40 kg more than 1986 Chrysler New Yorker.
Because 1986 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 1986 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Chrysler New Yorker, 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, 1986 Chrysler New Yorker (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chrysler New Yorker | 1986 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | New Yorker | Granada |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1306 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
