1986 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 387 kg more than 1986 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, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 2007 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Granada | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2960 mm |
