1982 Ford Granada vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1982 Ford Granada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 476 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord.
Because 1982 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 1982 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord, 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, 1982 Ford Granada (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 1978 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | Accord |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
