1983 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 Toyota Camry is newer by 24 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Camry (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1983 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Granada.
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, 2007 Toyota Camry, 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, 2007 Toyota Camry (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Granada | 2007 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Granada | Camry |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
