1986 Ford Granada vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1986 Ford Granada is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 6,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Packard Patrician (286 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 665 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Ford Granada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Packard Patrician. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada will offer significantly more control. 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, 1957 Packard Patrician (549 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
| Make | Ford | Packard |
| Model | Granada | Patrician |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 6135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 77 L |
