1978 Ford Granada vs. 2003 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2003 Nissan Maxima is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Maxima (261 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 55 kg more than 1978 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2003 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Granada | 2003 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Granada | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
