1977 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 28 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 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (243 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 400 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 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Granada | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3270 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2800 mm |
