1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro 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 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 108 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1986 Ford Granada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Camaro | Granada |
Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3349 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2770 mm |