1974 Ford Granada vs. 2002 Honda Vamos
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 28 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, 1974 Ford Granada (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 540 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2002 Honda Vamos | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | Vamos |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2460 mm |
