1978 Ford Granada vs. 2003 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2003 Toyota Highlander is newer by 25 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, 2003 Toyota Highlander (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 185 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 2003 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Highlander. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Granada | 2003 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Granada | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
