1989 Ford Granada vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Granada (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Granada weights approximately 555 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today 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, 1989 Ford Granada (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Granada | 1998 Honda Today | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Granada | Today |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |