1986 Ford Granada vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 12 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 2,394 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (128 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 36 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord.
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, 1998 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 (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | Accord |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2394 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 60 L |
