1979 Ford Granada vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Granada (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 270 kg more than 1979 Ford Granada.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1979 Ford Granada (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Bandeirante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Granada | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4184 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2290 mm |
