1977 Ford Granada vs. 2003 Honda City
To start off, 2003 Honda City is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,270 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 560 kg more than 2003 Honda City.
Because 1977 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 1977 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda City, 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, 1977 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 2003 Honda City | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | City |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3270 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
