2005 Nissan Armada vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 963 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (216 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Armada | Granada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2780 mm |
