1977 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 33 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 180 kg more than 2010 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Honda Insight, 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 (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 2010 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | Insight |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 1237 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
