1986 Ford Granada vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1986 Ford Granada is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 148 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 Plymouth Volare (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Granada | Volare |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2932 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2870 mm |
