1981 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 30 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Venza weights approximately 406 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 2011 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza 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, 2011 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 2011 Toyota Venza 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. 2011 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Granada | Venza |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2776 mm |