1986 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2007 Nissan Primera 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Granada (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Primera weights approximately 78 kg more than 1986 Ford Granada.
Because 1986 Ford Granada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Granada 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 Primera (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Primera 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 Primera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Granada | Primera |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
