1986 Ford Granada vs. 2003 Honda Legend
To start off, 2003 Honda Legend 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 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Legend weights approximately 330 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Honda Legend, 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, 2003 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 2003 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | Legend |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2932 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
