1982 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2011 Honda Odyssey is newer by 29 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 656 kg more than 1982 Ford Granada. 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2011 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 2011 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 2068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |
