1986 Ford Granada vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 9 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 3 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada.
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, 1995 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, 1986 Ford Granada (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 1995 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | Accord |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1308 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
