1990 Honda Civic vs. 1983 Ford Granada
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Granada weights approximately 274 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
Because 1983 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 1983 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1983 Ford Granada (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic. 1983 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 1983 Ford Granada | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Civic | Granada |
Year Released | 1990 | 1983 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2780 mm |