1986 Ford Granada vs. 1998 Morgan 4
To start off, 1998 Morgan 4 is newer by 12 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1998 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1998 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 335 kg more than 1998 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Granada | 1998 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Ford | Morgan |
Model | Granada | 4 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |