1986 Ford Granada vs. 1962 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1986 Ford Granada is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Peugeot 404 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 88 more horse power than 1962 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1962 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 230 kg more than 1962 Peugeot 404. 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, 1986 Ford Granada (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 1962 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Granada | 404 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2932 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
