1979 Ford Granada vs. 1992 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1992 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 13 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1979 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 102 kg more than 1979 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1992 Toyota 4Runner 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 (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Granada | 1992 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Granada | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |