1980 Ford Granada vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Granada (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Granada weights approximately 428 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1980 Ford Granada (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Granada | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | Civic |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
