1986 Ford Granada vs. 1980 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1986 Ford Granada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 30 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, 1986 Ford Granada (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Granada | 1980 Holden Kingswood | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Granada | Kingswood |
Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2932 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |