1986 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy 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 2,932 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 218 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada. 1986 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Granada | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Granada | Legacy |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2932 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |