2002 AC Aceca vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 16 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Aceca 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.
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, 2002 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada. 1986 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 2002 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 2002 AC Aceca 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:
2002 AC Aceca | 1986 Ford Granada | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | Aceca | Granada |
Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2932 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |