1976 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 31 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, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Granada weights approximately 318 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2007 Honda Civic 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, 1976 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Granada | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | Civic |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
