2010 Dodge Nitro vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 29 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada.
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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Dodge Nitro | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Nitro | Granada |
Year Released | 2010 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4544 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1775 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2764 mm | 2780 mm |