1981 Ford Granada vs. 1975 Datsun 280Z
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Datsun 280Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Datsun 280Z would be higher. At 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Datsun 280Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Datsun 280Z (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Datsun 280Z should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 140 kg more than 1975 Datsun 280Z.
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, 1975 Datsun 280Z (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Datsun 280Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 1975 Datsun 280Z has automatic transmission and 1981 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1981 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Datsun 280Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 1975 Datsun 280Z | |
| Make | Ford | Datsun |
| Model | Granada | 280Z |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2304 mm |
