1974 Ford Granada vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 23 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (127 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 268 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
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, 1997 Honda Prelude, 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 (298 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
