1986 Ford Granada vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 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 2,932 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 330 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 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Granada | X1 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2932 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
