1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 13 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 250 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada. 1986 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1986 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Camaro | Granada |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2770 mm |
