1974 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 31 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2005 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Granada | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
