1986 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Honda Civic

To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 24 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Granada weights approximately 90 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. 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 2010 Honda Civic. 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, 1986 Ford Granada (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 2010 Honda Civic 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. 2010 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Ford Granada 2010 Honda Civic
Make Ford Honda
Model Granada Civic
Year Released 1986 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2792 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 151 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 219 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4300 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4503 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1753 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1435 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 30 L


 

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