1986 Ford Granada vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2001 Subaru Forester 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 25 kg more than 2001 Subaru Forester. 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, 1986 Ford Granada (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Granada | Forester |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
