1986 Peugeot 505 vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 505 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 505 (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 9 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 505.
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, 1986 Peugeot 505 (235 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 505 | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Peugeot | Ford |
| Model | 505 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 60.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
