1978 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Granada weights approximately 179 kg more than 2012 Nissan Juke.
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, 2012 Nissan Juke, 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, 1978 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Granada | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Granada | Juke |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |