1973 Ford Granada vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 40 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1973 Ford Granada. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 693 kg more than 1973 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Granada. (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Granada | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Granada | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 79 L |
