1986 Ford Granada vs. 1998 Tata Safari
To start off, 1998 Tata Safari 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 61 more horse power than 1998 Tata Safari. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1998 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tata Safari weights approximately 735 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada.
Because 1998 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Tata Safari 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 Ford Granada (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Tata Safari. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 1998 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Granada | Safari |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
