1978 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 32 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 7 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Granada weights approximately 453 kg more than 2010 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz, 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, 1978 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Granada | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2500 mm |
