1981 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 24 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 29 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (119 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 108 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |
