1986 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 54 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 208 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Granada | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Granada | Corolla |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 71.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1097 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |