1981 Ford Granada vs. 1974 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,563 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 45 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 1974 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Granada | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |
