1992 Acura NSX vs. 1982 Ford Granada
To start off, 1992 Acura NSX is newer by 10 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Acura NSX should accelerate faster 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, 1992 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Acura NSX | 1982 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | NSX | Granada |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2780 mm |
