1977 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 30 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 2,110 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 5 kg more than 1977 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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, 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | Civic |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
