1986 Ford Granada vs. 1976 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1986 Ford Granada is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (128 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1976 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Belmont weights approximately 19 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, 1976 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 1976 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Granada | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2394 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
