1982 Ford Granada vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 20 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, 2002 Honda Civic (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 148 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic.
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, 2002 Honda Civic, 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Granada | 2002 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Granada | Civic |
Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1264 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |