1986 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Kia Carens
To start off, 2011 Kia Carens is newer by 25 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carens. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carens weights approximately 221 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada.
Because 1986 Ford Granada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada 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, 2011 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 2011 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Granada | Carens |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
