1982 Ford Granada vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1992 Toyota Carina is newer by 10 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 165 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Ford Granada (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Granada | Carina |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2590 mm |
