1978 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 34 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 184 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 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Granada | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Granada | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3250 mm |
