1986 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 311 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Granada | C |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1616 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2761 mm |
