1974 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (71 HP @ 2900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 205 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Granada | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3240 mm |