2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 79 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1986 Ford Granada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | TrailBlazer | Granada |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2932 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |