1983 Ford Granada vs. 1998 Honda NSX
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 155 kg more than 1983 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Honda NSX (311 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Granada | 1998 Honda NSX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Granada | NSX |
Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2540 mm |