1987 Nissan Vanette vs. 1982 Ford Granada
To start off, 1987 Nissan Vanette is newer by 5 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Granada (98 HP) has 38 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 160 kg more than 1982 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, 1982 Ford Granada (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Vanette. (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Vanette. 1982 Ford Granada has automatic transmission and 1987 Nissan Vanette has manual transmission. 1987 Nissan Vanette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Ford Granada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Vanette | 1982 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Vanette | Granada |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 98 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2780 mm |
