1974 Ford Granada vs. 2002 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2002 Toyota Pod is newer by 28 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Pod (194 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 595 kg more than 2002 Toyota Pod.
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, 2002 Toyota Pod, 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, 2002 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (245 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2002 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Granada | Pod |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
