1986 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 244 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (189 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Granada | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Granada | Sportage |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |