1986 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Opel Agila

To start off, 2012 Opel Agila 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, 1986 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2012 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 400 kg more than 2012 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1986 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Agila, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Ford Granada (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Agila. 1986 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 2012 Opel Agila has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Agila 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 Opel Agila
Make Ford Opel
Model Granada Agila
Year Released 1986 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2932 cc 996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 233 Nm 88 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 73.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 78.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.5:1
Top Speed 198 km/hour 145 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1340 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 3510 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 41 L