1981 Ford Granada vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 1999 Toyota Vitz is newer by 18 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 61 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 445 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota Vitz 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, 1999 Toyota Vitz 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Granada | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2380 mm |
