1981 Ford Granada vs. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 21 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 940 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 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1981 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1981 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Granada | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |