1978 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 33 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, 2011 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 47 kg more than 1978 Ford Granada. 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, 2011 Honda Accord, 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, 2011 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Granada | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | Accord |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2741 mm |
