1979 Ford Granada vs. 2000 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2000 Toyota Altezza is newer by 21 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, 1979 Ford Granada (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Altezza. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 114 kg more than 1979 Ford Granada.
Because 2000 Toyota Altezza 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, 2000 Toyota Altezza 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, 2000 Toyota Altezza (610 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Granada. (284 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 2000 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Granada | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1614 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
