1979 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Granada (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 384 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, 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, 1979 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Granada | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Granada | Civic |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1335 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |