1986 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 21 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (128 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 350 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Granada | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Granada | Ranger |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2394 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 80 L |