1974 Ford Granada vs. 1996 Honda CRX
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda CRX (131 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 450 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX.
Because 1974 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 1974 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX, 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, 1974 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 1996 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | CRX |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2380 mm |
