1982 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2007 Nissan Primera 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Primera (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Primera weights approximately 199 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.
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, 2007 Nissan Primera, 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, 2007 Nissan Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 2007 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Granada | Primera |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2690 mm |
