1979 Ford Granada vs. 2008 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Honda NSX is newer by 29 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 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 14 kg more than 2008 Honda NSX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Granada. (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 2008 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | NSX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4184 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2540 mm |
