1990 Ford Granada vs. 1986 Ford Escort

To start off, 1990 Ford Granada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Granada (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 480 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1990 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Ford Granada (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Ford Granada 1986 Ford Escort
Make Ford Ford
Model Granada Escort
Year Released 1990 1986
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2498 cc 1751 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 92 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 4150 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 204 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 2250 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 21.1:1 21.5:1
Top Speed 171 km/hour 151 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1390 kg 910 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4090 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2520 mm


 

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