1974 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 31 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, 2005 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (127 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 67 kg more than 1974 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Honda Accord, 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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (298 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | Accord |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
