1986 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 21 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 35 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 four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada 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, 2007 Honda NSX (299 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 2007 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | NSX |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 270 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
