1981 Ford Granada vs. 1994 Honda CRX
To start off, 1994 Honda CRX is newer by 13 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 320 kg more than 1994 Honda CRX.
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, 1994 Honda CRX, 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, 1981 Ford Granada (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 1994 Honda CRX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Granada | CRX |
Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2380 mm |