1982 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 27 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 9 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (141 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 49 kg more than 1982 Ford Granada.
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, 2009 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Granada | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Granada | Civic |
Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |