1985 Ford Granada vs. 1995 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1995 Honda Shuttle is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1985 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 232 kg more than 1985 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 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 1985 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Shuttle, 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, 1995 Honda Shuttle (199 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Granada. 1995 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1985 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Granada | 1995 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2840 mm |
