1977 Ford Granada vs. 2013 Infiniti JX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti JX is newer by 36 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 3,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti JX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti JX (261 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti JX should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti JX weights approximately 592 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 2013 Infiniti JX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti JX 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, 2013 Infiniti JX (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti JX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 2013 Infiniti JX | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Granada | JX |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2791 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4989 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1722 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2901 mm |
