1972 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 33 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, 1972 Ford Granada (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 48 kg more than 1972 Ford Granada.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Honda HR-V 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Granada | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Granada | HR-V |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2551 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1309 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |