1982 Ford Granada vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 24 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1982 Ford Granada. (69 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1982 Ford Granada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Granada | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
