1996 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 1996 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 10 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 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 472 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 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, 1996 Buick Park Avenue, 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, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada. 1996 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Park Avenue | 1986 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Park Avenue | Granada |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
