1983 Ford Granada vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1989 Toyota Carina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Granada weights approximately 155 kg more than 1989 Toyota Carina.
Because 1983 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 1983 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Carina, 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, 1989 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Granada | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Granada | Carina |
Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2530 mm |