1986 Ford Granada vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 1986 Ford Granada and 1986 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 390 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Ford Granada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz S (422 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 1986 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Granada | S |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
