1979 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 30 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, 2009 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Nissan 350Z (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Granada. (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Granada | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4184 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
