2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1979 Ford Granada
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 30 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 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
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, 1979 Ford Granada (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 1979 Ford Granada | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Nitro | Granada |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3698 cc | 4184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1520 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 |