1977 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 30 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 119 kg more than 1977 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 2007 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Granada | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
