1981 Ford Granada vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1988 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 7 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 460 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 1988 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1988 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (189 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Granada | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |