1986 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 86 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada.
Because 1986 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Granada | Touran |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1268 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
