1986 Ford Granada vs. 2008 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2008 Honda Odyssey is newer by 22 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), 2008 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Odyssey (241 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 56 kg more than 2008 Honda Odyssey.
Because 1986 Ford Granada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Odyssey. 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, 2008 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada. 2008 Honda Odyssey 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. 2008 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 2008 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |
