1989 Honda Integra vs. 1985 Ford Granada
To start off, 1989 Honda Integra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Integra (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Granada weights approximately 290 kg more than 1989 Honda Integra.
Because 1985 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 1985 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra, 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, 1985 Ford Granada (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra. 1985 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Integra has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Integra | 1985 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Integra | Granada |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |
