1974 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 36 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 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (141 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 150 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord.
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, 2010 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, 1974 Ford Granada (347 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Granada | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Granada | Accord |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2741 mm |