1986 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 290 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 2010 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, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Granada | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Granada | Legacy |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1268 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 | 45 L | 65 L |