1977 Ford Granada vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 14 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 290 kg more than 1977 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante 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 Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Granada | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3270 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2290 mm |
