1986 Ford Granada vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1986 Ford Granada is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1954 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1954 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 85 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, 1986 Ford Granada (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Granada | P4 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2103 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
