1981 Ford Granada vs. 1979 Toyota Mark II
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 Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Mark II (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 170 kg more than 1979 Toyota Mark II.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Mark II 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 Mark II | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Granada | Mark II |
Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2590 mm |