1979 Ford Granada vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1979 Ford Granada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Granada (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 745 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ford Granada (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Granada | Publica |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2270 mm |
