1974 Ford Granada vs. 2000 Toyota Opa
To start off, 2000 Toyota Opa is newer by 26 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 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Opa (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (141 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Opa should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 345 kg more than 2000 Toyota Opa.
Because 1974 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 1974 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Opa, 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, 1974 Ford Granada (347 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Opa. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Opa.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Granada | 2000 Toyota Opa | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Granada | Opa |
Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |