1986 Ford Granada vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 18 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, 2004 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 163 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.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 2004 Honda Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | Element |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
