1992 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 19 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1992 Ford Granada. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-V weights approximately 271 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, 2011 Honda CR-V, 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, 2011 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Granada. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Granada. 2011 Honda CR-V 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. 2011 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Granada | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Granada | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |
