1986 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 19 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) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 720 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Granada | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Granada | Viano |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 218 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3210 mm |