1986 Ford Granada vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 220 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 1986 Ford Granada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada 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 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H 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 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 2012 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Granada | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
