1982 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan 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 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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 Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada. 2007 Nissan Titan 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 Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 2007 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Granada | Titan |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 106 L |
