1983 Ford Granada vs. 1999 Honda Insight
To start off, 1999 Honda Insight is newer by 16 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Granada (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Granada weights approximately 460 kg more than 1999 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Insight, 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, 1983 Ford Granada (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Granada | 1999 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | Insight |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
