1986 Ford Granada vs. 1957 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1986 Ford Granada is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Trabant P 70 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 128 more horse power than 1957 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1957 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 455 kg more than 1957 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ford Granada (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Trabant P 70. (55 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 1957 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Ford | Trabant |
| Model | Granada | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2390 mm |
