1986 Ford Granada vs. 2001 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Discovery 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 610 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada. 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, 2001 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada. 2001 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Granada | 2001 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Ford | Land Rover |
Model | Granada | Discovery |
Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 341 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |