1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 1 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 198 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
Because 1986 Ford Granada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1986 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 75 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
