1998 Acura Integra vs. 1979 Ford Granada
To start off, 1998 Acura Integra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 350 kg more than 1998 Acura Integra.
Because 1979 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 1979 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Acura Integra, 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, 1979 Ford Granada (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura Integra | 1979 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | Integra | Granada |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 4184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2800 mm |
