1986 Ford Granada vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (134 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 165 kg more than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Granada | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Granada | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |