1986 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 19 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 12 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 340 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, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Granada | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Granada | Accord |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 16.7:1 |
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 | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |