1977 Ford Granada vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA 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 3,270 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 81 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Because 1977 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Granada | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3270 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2776 mm |
