2001 Honda Life vs. 1983 Ford Granada

To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Granada (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Granada weights approximately 510 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life 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, 1983 Ford Granada (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life. 1983 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Honda Life 1983 Ford Granada
Make Honda Ford
Model Life Granada
Year Released 2001 1983
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 47 HP 98 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 58 Nm 151 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 790 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 3410 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2780 mm