1986 Ford Granada vs. 2004 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mariner 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mariner (152 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 135 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, 1986 Ford Granada (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mariner. 2004 Mercury Mariner 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 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 2004 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Granada | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
