1977 Ford Granada vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 36 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 660 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Granada | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Granada | Tundra |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2791 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 2077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5329 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1935 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3221 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |