1986 Ford Granada vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 230 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
Because 1986 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 1986 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic, 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, 1986 Ford Granada (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 1990 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | Civic |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1268 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
