1981 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Nissan Grand Livina
To start off, 2012 Nissan Grand Livina is newer by 31 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Grand Livina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Grand Livina should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Grand Livina weights approximately 32 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.
Because 1981 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Grand Livina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Nissan Grand Livina (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Grand Livina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 2012 Nissan Grand Livina | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Granada | Grand Livina |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
