1983 Ford Granada vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 25 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 710 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.
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, 2008 Honda Pilot, 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada. 2008 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1983 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1983 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Granada | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
