1986 Ford Granada vs. 1958 Riley Two Point Six
To start off, 1986 Ford Granada is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley Two Point Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley Two Point Six would be higher. At 2,932 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1958 Riley Two Point Six. (96 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley Two Point Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Riley Two Point Six weights approximately 300 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 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley Two Point Six. (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley Two Point Six.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Granada | 1958 Riley Two Point Six | |
Make | Ford | Riley |
Model | Granada | Two Point Six |
Year Released | 1986 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2932 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |