1982 Ford Granada vs. 1999 Toyota MR-S
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR-S is newer by 17 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, 1999 Toyota MR-S (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR-S should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 330 kg more than 1999 Toyota MR-S.
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, 1999 Toyota MR-S (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota MR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Granada | 1999 Toyota MR-S | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Granada | MR-S |
Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |