1986 Ford Granada vs. 2004 Ginetta G34
To start off, 2004 Ginetta G34 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 2,394 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (128 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 496 kg more than 2004 Ginetta G34.
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 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Granada | 2004 Ginetta G34 | |
Make | Ford | Ginetta |
Model | Granada | G34 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2394 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1050 mm |