1982 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 29 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 383 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, 2011 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Granada | G37 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1683 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4655 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2850 mm |
