2000 Ford Galaxy vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 2000 Ford Galaxy is newer by 14 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Ford Galaxy. (113 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 180 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada.
Because 1986 Ford Granada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Galaxy. 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, 1986 Ford Granada (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Galaxy. (180 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Galaxy | 1986 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Galaxy | Granada |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
