1992 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Honda Civic

To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1992 Ford Granada. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Granada weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.

Because 1992 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 1992 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Civic (192 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Granada. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Granada.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Ford Granada 2005 Honda Civic
Make Ford Honda
Model Granada Civic
Year Released 1992 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1993 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 101 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 7400 RPM
Torque 153 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90.8 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 11.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1285 kg 1260 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 50 L