1974 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Honda Insight
To start off, 2005 Honda Insight 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Granada (71 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 695 kg more than 2005 Honda Insight. 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 Insight, 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2005 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | Insight |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
