2001 Acura NSX vs. 1986 Ford Granada
To start off, 2001 Acura NSX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (233 Nm). This means 2001 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura NSX | 1986 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | NSX | Granada |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2770 mm |
