1982 Ford Granada vs. 2001 Toyota Verossa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Verossa is newer by 19 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, 2001 Toyota Verossa (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Verossa weights approximately 118 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.
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, 2001 Toyota Verossa (377 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Granada. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Verossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 2001 Toyota Verossa | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Granada | Verossa |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
