1973 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 37 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, 2010 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Ford Granada. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Granada weights approximately 229 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic.
Because 1973 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 1973 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Granada | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | Civic |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
