1986 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 23 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (128 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Granada | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Granada | Expedition |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2394 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 127 L |