1986 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 45 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
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 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Granada | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Granada | Equator |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2932 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |