1993 Ford Contour vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 1993 Ford Contour is newer by 7 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Contour (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 97 kg more than 1993 Ford Contour.
Because 1986 Ford Granada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Contour. 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, 1993 Ford Contour (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Contour | 1986 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Contour | Granada |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
