1973 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2009 Toyota Venza is newer by 36 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 Ford Granada. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Granada weights approximately 92 kg more than 2009 Toyota Venza.
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, 2009 Toyota Venza, 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, 2009 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Granada. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Granada | 2009 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Granada | Venza |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |