1981 Ford Granada vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 22 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 675 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, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Granada | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
