1992 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Honda Accord

To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 17 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1992 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 240 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 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, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Accord (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Granada. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Granada. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Ford Granada 2009 Honda Accord
Make Ford Honda
Model Granada Accord
Year Released 1992 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 118 HP 198 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 234 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4300 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 99 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 11.0:1
Top Speed 185 km/hour 222 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1560 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 65 L


 

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