1981 Ford Granada vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
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 Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 300 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Ford Granada (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Granada | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |