1986 Ford Granada vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 7 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 70 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405.
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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (289 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Granada | 405 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
