1977 Ford Granada vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 29 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 592 kg more than 1977 Ford Granada.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1977 Ford Granada (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | Civic |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
