1986 Ford Granada vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo 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, 1986 Ford Granada (128 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 6 kg more than 2004 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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 (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Granada | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2394 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 50 L |
