1975 Ford Granada vs. 1993 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1993 Toyota MR2 is newer by 18 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 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota MR2 (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1975 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 115 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.
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, 1993 Toyota MR2 (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Granada | 1993 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Granada | MR2 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2470 mm |