1976 Ford Granada vs. 1995 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1995 Honda Shuttle is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Shuttle (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 32 kg more than 1976 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Shuttle, 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, 1995 Honda Shuttle (199 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Granada | 1995 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Granada | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
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 | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |