1979 Ford Granada vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1996 Nissan Primera is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Primera (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 230 kg more than 1996 Nissan Primera.
Because 1979 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 1979 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Primera, 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, 1979 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Primera. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Granada | Primera |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |
