1973 Ford Granada vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 1997 Honda Today is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Granada (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Granada weights approximately 712 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today 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, 1973 Ford Granada (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Granada | 1997 Honda Today | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Granada | Today |
Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |