1986 Ford Granada vs. 2004 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2004 Panoz AIV 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 88 kg more than 2004 Panoz AIV.
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 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Granada | 2004 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Ford | Panoz |
Model | Granada | AIV |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1268 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |