1976 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 36 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 237 kg more than 1976 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Granada | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Granada | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2779 mm |
