1976 Ford Granada vs. 2006 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 30 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 18 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 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Granada | 2006 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3110 mm |
