1986 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Honda Lagreat
To start off, 2005 Honda Lagreat 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Lagreat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Lagreat (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (128 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Lagreat should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Lagreat weights approximately 656 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, 2005 Honda Lagreat, 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 Lagreat (296 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Lagreat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada. 2005 Honda Lagreat 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. 2005 Honda Lagreat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 2005 Honda Lagreat | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | Lagreat |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2394 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1306 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
