1986 Ford Granada vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 22 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 40 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 277 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Granada | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Granada | Sportage |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.7:1 |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |