1986 Ford Granada vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 1986 Ford Granada is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 266 kg more than 1976 Mazda 818. 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 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Granada | 818 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1268 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2320 mm |
