1974 Ford Granada vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 1996 Toyota Cresta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Granada | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Granada | Cresta |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2740 mm |