1986 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 180 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. 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 Volkswagen Polo, 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 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Granada | Polo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1268 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
