1986 Ford Granada vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 20 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 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (128 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 6 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
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, 2006 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada. 2006 Porsche Cayman 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. 2006 Porsche Cayman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Granada | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Granada | Cayman |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2394 cc | 2686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 64 L |