1978 Ford Granada vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Toyota Camry is newer by 20 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Camry (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Granada weights approximately 125 kg more than 1998 Toyota Camry.
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, 1998 Toyota Camry, 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Camry. (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Granada | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Granada | Camry |
Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |