1986 Ford Granada vs. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca 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 2,999 cc, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca (250 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 223 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Subaru B9 Tribeca (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Granada | B9 Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
