1977 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 274 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Granada | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 79 L |
