1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1983 Ford Granada
To start off, 1983 Ford Granada is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Granada (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Granada weights approximately 405 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300, 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, 1983 Ford Granada (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 1983 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | 1300 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1991 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2780 mm |
