1975 Ford Granada vs. 2001 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2001 Honda Prelude is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1975 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Granada weights approximately 660 kg more than 2001 Honda Prelude.
Because 1975 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 1975 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Prelude, 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, 2001 Honda Prelude (212 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Granada. (197 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Granada | 2001 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
