2006 Nissan Murano vs. 1983 Ford Granada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 240 kg more than 1983 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Murano | 1983 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Murano | Granada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
