1982 Ford Granada vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1985 Toyota Celica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 247 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Ford Granada (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Granada | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Granada | Celica |
Year Released | 1982 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |