1985 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 27 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1985 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 144 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, 2012 Honda Accord, 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, 2012 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Granada | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | Accord |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2741 mm |
