1975 Ford Granada vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1975 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 640 kg more than 1975 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (299 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Granada | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Granada | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1975 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |