1981 Ford Granada vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 55 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Granada | Celica |
Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2563 cc |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |