1977 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,270 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (174 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Granada | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3270 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1320 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
