1986 Ford Granada vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana is newer by 27 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Savana weights approximately 1255 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, 2013 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada. 2013 GMC Savana 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. 2013 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Granada | 2013 GMC Savana | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Granada | Savana |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3429 mm |