1979 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2005 Nissan Frontier is newer by 26 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 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Frontier (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 134 kg more than 2005 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2005 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Frontier 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, 1979 Ford Granada (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 2005 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Granada | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4184 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
