1981 Ford Granada vs. 1999 Honda Insight
To start off, 1999 Honda Insight is newer by 18 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1999 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 585 kg more than 1999 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Honda Insight, 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 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 1999 Honda Insight | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Granada | Insight |
Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |