1978 Ford Granada vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 30 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, 2008 Toyota Corolla (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 90 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, 2008 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2008 Toyota Corolla (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Granada | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Granada | Corolla |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2760 mm |