1984 Ford Granada vs. 1979 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1984 Ford Granada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Stanza (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Granada weights approximately 280 kg more than 1979 Nissan Stanza.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Granada | 1979 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Granada | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
