2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 351 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, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1986 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Sprinter | Granada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6950 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
