1981 Ford Granada vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 218 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Granada | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2659 mm |