1992 Ford Granada vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 14 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1992 Ford Granada. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 705 kg more than 1992 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Granada. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Granada | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | Accord |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
