1981 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada is newer by 30 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1055 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, 2011 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 2011 Nissan Armada 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. 2011 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2011 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Granada | Armada |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3129 mm |