1984 Ford Granada vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Granada would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1984 Ford Granada. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Granada weights approximately 356 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
Because 1984 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 1984 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod, 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Granada. (151 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Granada | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Granada | Pod |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2440 mm |
