1974 Ford Granada vs. 1999 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 25 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 265 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
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, 1999 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, 1974 Ford Granada (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 1999 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | Civic |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
