1972 Ford Granada vs. 1999 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1999 Honda S-MX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,551 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda S-MX weights approximately 69 kg more than 1972 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda S-MX 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, 1972 Ford Granada (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Granada | 1999 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2551 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
