2004 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 2004 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 18 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 441 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, 2004 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada. 2004 Bristol Blenheim 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. 2004 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bristol Blenheim | 1986 Ford Granada | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | Blenheim | Granada |
Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2770 mm |