1978 Ford Granada vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado (106 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 195 kg more than 1978 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Granada | 1982 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Granada | Toronado |
Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 5734 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2900 mm |