1981 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX is newer by 24 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 2,548 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RunX (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 313 kg more than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Because 1981 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RunX. (147 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Granada | RunX |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2548 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1122 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
