1990 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Primera (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Granada weights approximately 29 kg more than 2005 Nissan Primera.
Because 1990 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Ford Granada (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (164 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Granada | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Granada | Primera |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1361 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |