1978 Ford Granada vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 1995 Honda Today is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Granada (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Granada weights approximately 790 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today 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, 1978 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Granada | 1995 Honda Today | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Granada | Today |
Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |