1976 Ford Granada vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 33 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 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1976 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Granada weights approximately 426 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Granada | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Granada | Tundra |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3272 cc | 3998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2610 mm |