1991 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,935 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Granada (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 164 kg more than 1991 Ford Granada.
Because 1991 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 1991 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1991 Ford Granada (275 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 1991 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Granada | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Granada | Civic |
Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2935 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 16.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1586 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |