1982 Ford Granada vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 9 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 420 kg more than 1982 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Granada | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2290 mm |
