1981 Ford Granada vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 25 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Granada | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2790 mm |