1981 Ford Granada vs. 2006 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 25 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 2,548 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 387 kg more than 2006 Honda Jazz.
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, 2006 Honda Jazz, 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 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2006 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Granada | Jazz |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2548 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |