2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 1979 Ford Granada
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 191 kg more than 1979 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Nitro | 1979 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Nitro | Granada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
