1980 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 27 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1980 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Granada weights approximately 445 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Granada | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
