1986 Ford Granada vs. 2003 Honda Avancier
To start off, 2003 Honda Avancier is newer by 17 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 210 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Avancier. 2003 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 2003 Honda Avancier | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | Avancier |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
