1982 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2007 Nissan Armada is newer by 25 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Armada (318 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada. 2007 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1982 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1982 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 2007 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Granada | Armada |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3140 mm |
