1978 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 34 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 5,026 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 567 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 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Granada | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Granada | FX |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 5026 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2885 mm |
