1974 Ford Granada vs. 2008 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2008 Nissan Tiida is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Tiida (124 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 228 kg more than 2008 Nissan Tiida.
Because 1974 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 1974 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Tiida, 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, 1974 Ford Granada (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Tiida. (173 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Tiida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2008 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Granada | Tiida |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2600 mm |
