1977 Ford Granada vs. 1985 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1985 Toyota Camry is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,110 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Camry (83 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 105 kg more than 1985 Toyota Camry.
Because 1977 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 1977 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Camry, 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, 1985 Toyota Camry (164 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 1985 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Granada | Camry |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.8:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
