1986 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 26 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1986 Ford Granada. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Granada.
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, 2012 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Granada. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Granada. 2012 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Granada | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Granada | M |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |
