1986 Ford Granada vs. 2008 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2008 Subaru Impreza 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 100 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 2008 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Granada | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
