1982 Ford Granada vs. 1982 Nissan Prairie
To start off, both 1982 Ford Granada and 1982 Nissan Prairie were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Prairie (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Prairie should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 310 kg more than 1982 Nissan Prairie.
Because 1982 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 1982 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Prairie, 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, 1982 Nissan Prairie (150 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Prairie will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Granada | 1982 Nissan Prairie | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Granada | Prairie |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |