1986 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2010 Jeep Patriot is newer by 24 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 142 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 1986 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Patriot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Jeep Patriot (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 2010 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Granada | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1268 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
