1989 Ford Granada vs. 2000 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2000 Honda Shuttle is newer by 11 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 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 260 kg more than 1989 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Shuttle, 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, 2000 Honda Shuttle (206 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Granada. (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Granada. 2000 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Granada | 2000 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 65 L |
