1986 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 26 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A6 weights approximately 425 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.
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, 2012 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada. 2012 Audi A6 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. 2012 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Granada | A6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
