1990 Ford Granada vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 14 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 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 186 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Honda Civic, 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 (233 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Granada | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | Civic |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1154 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
