1972 Ford Granada vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Toyota Celica is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,551 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1972 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 259 kg more than 1972 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica 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, 1989 Toyota Celica (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Granada. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Granada | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Granada | Celica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2551 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
