1983 Ford Granada vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 22 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 227 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Granada | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Granada | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2800 mm |
