1976 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Granada weights approximately 58 kg more than 2009 Nissan Armada.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Granada | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Granada | Armada |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3140 mm |
