1973 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1973 Ford Granada. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Granada weights approximately 222 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Because 1973 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (280 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Granada. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Granada | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Granada | Camry |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1200 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
