1986 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (128 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 255 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada.
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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Granada | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Granada | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |