2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1984 Ford Granada
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1984 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1984 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-150 | Granada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2780 mm |
