1986 Ford Granada vs. 1990 Mazda 626
To start off, 1990 Mazda 626 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 626. (116 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 105 kg more than 1990 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 626. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Granada | 1990 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Granada | 626 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |