1982 Ford Granada vs. 1986 Honda Jazz
To start off, 1986 Honda Jazz is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1986 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 712 kg more than 1986 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 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, 1982 Ford Granada (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 1986 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2230 mm |
