1983 Ford Granada vs. 1993 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1993 Toyota MR2 is newer by 10 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota MR2 (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1983 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, 1993 Toyota MR2 (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Granada | 1993 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Granada | MR2 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2470 mm |