1982 Ford Granada vs. 1969 NSU 1000
To start off, 1982 Ford Granada is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Granada (69 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1969 NSU 1000. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1969 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 690 kg more than 1969 NSU 1000. 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, 1982 Ford Granada (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 NSU 1000. (90 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 1969 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | NSU |
| Model | Granada | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 37 L |
