1986 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V 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 31 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (119 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 12 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
