1974 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 38 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 149 kg more than 1974 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Granada | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3090 mm |
