1982 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 323 kg more than 1982 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, 2005 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Granada | 2005 Infiniti M | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Granada | M |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |