1984 Ford Granada vs. 1999 Honda NSX
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda NSX weights approximately 70 kg more than 1984 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, 1999 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Granada | 1999 Honda NSX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Granada | NSX |
Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2540 mm |