1981 Ford Granada vs. 1994 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1994 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 13 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 18 more horse power than 1994 Toyota RAV4. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 305 kg more than 1994 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Toyota RAV4 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, 1994 Toyota RAV4 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota RAV4. (175 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 1994 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Granada | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2210 mm |
