1981 Ford Granada vs. 1991 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 150 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.
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, 1991 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 1991 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Granada | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2548 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2580 mm |