1981 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Honda Lagreat
To start off, 2005 Honda Lagreat 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Lagreat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Lagreat (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Lagreat should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 527 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada. 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, 2005 Honda Lagreat, 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, 2005 Honda Lagreat (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Lagreat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 2005 Honda Lagreat has automatic transmission and 1981 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1981 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Lagreat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 2005 Honda Lagreat | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | Lagreat |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2548 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3010 mm |
