1986 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (128 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 835 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Granada | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Granada | Colorado |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2394 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 72 L |