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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 130 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 2009 Subaru Legacy 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, 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, 1986 Ford Granada (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
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 | 2790 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
