1982 Ford Granada vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 26 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, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 58 kg more than 2008 Honda S2000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Granada | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Granada | S2000 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 90.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |