1980 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 27 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 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1980 Ford Granada. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Granada weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Granada. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Granada | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Granada | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
