1990 Ford Granada vs. 2001 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2001 Honda CR-V is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda CR-V weights approximately 110 kg more than 1990 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda CR-V 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, 1990 Ford Granada (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Granada | 2001 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.1:1 | 9.6 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
