2006 Honda Accord vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 715 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Accord (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Accord | Granada |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2294 cc |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |