1981 Ford Granada vs. 1992 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1992 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 11 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 75 kg more than 1992 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1992 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1981 Ford Granada (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 1992 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Granada | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2444 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2210 mm |