1974 Ford Granada vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris is newer by 39 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 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 480 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2013 Toyota Yaris, 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 (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Granada | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
