1986 Ford Granada vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 15 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 2,394 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (128 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 11 kg more than 2001 Ford Econovan. 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 (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Granada | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Granada | Econovan |
Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2394 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2210 mm |