1986 Ford Granada vs. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 18 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (128 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 534 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 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, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (204 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria 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. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 2004 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Granada | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2394 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 72 L |
