1992 Ford Granada vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1992 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Granada weights approximately 52 kg more than 2010 Nissan Cube.
Because 1992 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 1992 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Cube, 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, 2010 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Granada. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Granada | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Granada | Cube |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
