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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 241 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 1144 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 (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 328 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 | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 2561 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
