1990 Ford Granada vs. 2001 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2001 Honda HR-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 HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 270 kg more than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Because 1990 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 1990 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda HR-V, 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, 1990 Ford Granada (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Granada | 2001 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
