1986 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 431 kg more than 2012 Lotus Exige.
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 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada. 1986 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 2012 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2012 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Granada | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Ford | Lotus |
Model | Granada | Exige |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2932 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 909 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |