1980 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Honda Fit
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 29 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 1 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Granada weights approximately 59 kg more than 2009 Honda Fit. 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, 2009 Honda Fit, 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Granada | 2009 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | Fit |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
