1980 Ford Granada vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1980 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Granada weights approximately 265 kg more than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2006 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Granada. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Granada | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Granada | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3010 mm |
