2009 Audi A5 vs. 1986 Ford Granada

To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 23 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 60 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.

Because 1986 Ford Granada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada 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, 2009 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.

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2009 Audi A5 1986 Ford Granada
Make Audi Ford
Model A5 Granada
Year Released 2009 1986
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 169 HP 151 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 219 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.5 mm 68.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 16.5:1 9.2:1
Top Speed 230 km/hour 203 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1410 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 45 L