2009 Ford Focus vs. 1986 Ford Granada

To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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, 1986 Ford Granada (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 99 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. 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 Ford Focus. 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 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Focus 1986 Ford Granada
Make Ford Ford
Model Focus Granada
Year Released 2009 1986
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1560 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 108 HP 151 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 219 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 68.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.3:1 9.2:1
Top Speed 188 km/hour 203 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1311 kg 1410 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 45 L


 

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