1994 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Corsica is newer by 8 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Corsica (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 28 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Corsica.
Because 1986 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 1986 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corsica, 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, 1994 Chevrolet Corsica (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Corsica | 1986 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corsica | Granada |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |
