1981 Ford Granada vs. 1985 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1985 Honda Prelude is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,999 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 360 kg more than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Because 1981 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 1981 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Honda Prelude, 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, 1985 Honda Prelude (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 1985 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Granada | Prelude |
Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1829 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |