2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 20 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 4,800 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 227 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 1986 Ford Granada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Granada |
Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2790 cc |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2770 mm |