1995 Ford Falcon vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 1995 Ford Falcon is newer by 9 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 3,705 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Falcon weights approximately 170 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Ford Granada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Falcon. 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, 1995 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Falcon | 1986 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Falcon | Granada |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3705 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2770 mm |
