1986 Ford Granada vs. 1961 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1986 Ford Granada is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 2,651 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 33 kg more than 1961 Vauxhall Velox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1961 Vauxhall Velox (201 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 1961 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Granada | Velox |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1268 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |
