2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum is newer by 19 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 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Magnum (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 463 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, 2005 Dodge Magnum (379 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada. 2005 Dodge Magnum 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. 2005 Dodge Magnum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 1986 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Magnum | Granada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1731 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
