1981 Ford Granada vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 19 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, 2000 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 270 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic.
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, 2000 Honda Civic, 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2000 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Granada | Civic |
Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |