1990 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Honda Accord

To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 17 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada.

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, 2007 Honda Accord, 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, 2007 Honda Accord (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Granada.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Ford Granada 2007 Honda Accord
Make Ford Honda
Model Granada Accord
Year Released 1990 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2933 cc 2995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 150 HP 244 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 233 Nm 286 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2750 mm


 

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