1976 Ford Granada vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Granada weights approximately 138 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1976 Ford Granada (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Granada | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Granada | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
