1982 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2012 Nissan Livina is newer by 30 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Livina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Livina should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 41 kg more than 2012 Nissan Livina.
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, 2012 Nissan Livina, 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, 2012 Nissan Livina (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Livina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Granada | 2012 Nissan Livina | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Granada | Livina |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |